Sanctions Are Eased; Iran Sees Little Relief

Halfway through a six-month nuclear deal between Iran and major world powers that was meant to allow time to reach a comprehensive agreement, the Iranians have seen little in the way of a boost from the sanctions relief they had been expecting, trade lawyers and diplomatic analysts say.

Iran's most sensitive uranium stockpile falls after nuclear deal

(Reuters) - The size of Iran's most contested uranium stockpile has declined significantly for the first time in four years following a landmark nuclear deal with world powers in November, the U.N. atomic watchdog reported on Thursday.

US cracks down on companies evading Iran sanctions

WASHINGTON: The Obama administration is targeting several companies and individuals for evading international sanctions against Iran and for providing support for Iran's nuclear program.

World Bank removes Iran from list of non-payers

The World Bank removed Iran from its list of deadbeat borrowers Friday, saying the Islamic Republic had paid outstanding loan amounts.

Obama Discusses Iran Threat With Netanyahu Amid Tensions

President Barack Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed Iran’s suspected atomic weapons program amid a rift between the two nations over how to confront the issue.

Iran President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says ready for 'positive step' at nuclear talks

BERLIN: Iran is ready to make a "positive step" at talks in Moscow on Tehran's disputed nuclear programme, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said, adding that he hoped for progress at next week's crucial meeting.

Oil embargo to cause 'unstable' market: Iranian minister

VIENNA: A looming oil embargo on Iran, related to its controversial nuclear programme, will destabilise the global oil market and spark higher prices, Iranian Oil Minister Rostam Qasemi warned Wednesday in Vienna.

US will accept Iran civilian nuclear programme: Report

WASHINGTON: President Barack Obama has told Iran the United States would accept Tehran having a civilian nuclear program if the Islamic state can prove it is not seeking atomic weapons, the Washington Post said.

Global leaders worried Israel may attack Iran

JERUSALEM — For the first time in nearly two decades of escalating tensions over Iran’s nuclear program, world leaders say they are seriously concerned that an Israeli military attack on the Islamic Republic could be imminent.